Payroll Specialist

MIDLAND CARE CONNECTION INC•Topeka, KS

30d•Onsite

About The Position

Midland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, we offer a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and our signature PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on "meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions," and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas. The Payroll Specialist is responsible for ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and organizational payroll regulations. This role manages payroll processing, reviews employee time and attendance records, maintains payroll data, and responds to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and benefits. Working closely with Human Resources and Finance, the Payroll Specialist helps ensure payroll accuracy, supports audits and reporting, and protects the confidentiality of employee information. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to excellent customer service are essential to supporting Midland Care Connection's mission of caring for employees so they can provide exceptional care to the communities they serve.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 2 years of payroll processing experience
Working knowledge of payroll laws, wage and hour regulations, and payroll tax requirements
Experience using payroll and timekeeping software
Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with HR and Finance teams

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) certification
Experience with UKG, ADP, Paycom, or other HRIS/payroll systems
Experience processing payroll in a healthcare or nonprofit environment
Knowledge of employee benefits deductions, garnishments, and payroll reporting
Experience with payroll audits and year-end processing (W-2s, tax reconciliation)
Associate's or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field

Responsibilities

Ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time
Maintaining compliance with federal, state, and organizational payroll regulations
Managing payroll processing
Reviewing employee time and attendance records
Maintaining payroll data
Responding to employee questions regarding pay, deductions, and benefits
Ensuring payroll accuracy
Supporting audits and reporting
Protecting the confidentiality of employee information

Benefits

Health insurance options for employees and dependents
Dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), with employer contributions
Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal and Taking Care of You Days
Holiday pay (six holidays per year)
403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan, match provided
Free group life and AD&D insurance of $20,000
On-site education center to provide professional development and CEU credits
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependents
Paid monthly volunteer time at non-profit organizations
Uniform Allowance Program